Europe to mark 500th anniversary of Armenian book printing

2009-11-07 16:11:00

ArmInfo. Europe is going to mark the 500th anniversary of Armenian
book printing.

Armenian Culture Minister Hasmik Poghosyan said at today’s
press-conference that Armenian will shortly considers all the
proposals received from European countries concerning organization of
exhibitions of Armenian books. For example, Zurich expressed
willingness to completely dedicate its international fair to Armenia.
The minister pointed out that according to preliminary data, Armenia
will be able to participate in foreign activities on marking the
Armenian book printing anniversary. As regards the insurance of works
of culture and art, which is an important component of such guest
exhibitions, Poghosyan said that various sponsors, including an
insurance company, are providing their support. Moreover, sometimes
the hosting country covers most of insurance costs.